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DR. JENNIFER HSIOU-WEI KAO OD
NPI 1205866944
Optometrist in San Jose, CA

Active since July 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1630 OAKLAND ROAD, SUITE A 115, SAN JOSE, CA 95131(408) 453-9988(408) 453-1178 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 15, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Jennifer Hsiou-wei Kao Od NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. JENNIFER HSIOU-WEI KAO OD (NPI 1205866944) is an individual optometrist in San Jose, California, licensed in California (7828 T) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California - School Of Optometry (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205866944
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JENNIFER HSIOU-WEI KAOCredential: OD
Location Address1630 OAKLAND ROAD, SUITE A 115San Jose, CA 95131
Mailing Address1630 Oakland Road, Suite A 115San Jose, CA 95131 · (408) 453-9988 · Fax (408) 453-1178
Phone(408) 453-9988
Fax(408) 453-1178
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California - School Of OptometryGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateJuly 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 15, 2019
✔ NPI 1205866944 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 7828 T
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
1630 OAKLAND ROAD, San Jose, CA 95131
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Jennifer Hsiou-wei Kao Od is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2062522782
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120328000217
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
33 services33 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
27 services27 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95131 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$156.67 typical visit price
range $70.37 – $206.04
Typical copayment $39.16 (range $17.59 – $51.51)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$86.56 typical visit price
range $23.96 – $169.60
Typical copayment $21.64 (range $5.99 – $42.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Jennifer Kao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jennifer Kao is 1205866944. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 4, 2006.

Where is Jennifer Kao located?

Jennifer Kao practices at 1630 Oakland Road Suite A 115, San Jose, CA 95131. The listed phone number is (408) 453-9988.

What is Jennifer Kao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Jennifer Kao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jennifer Kao is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Jennifer Kao accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 2 other insurers list Jennifer Kao as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jennifer Kao was last updated on April 15, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.